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Professional Discipline - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Richard Coleman KC is an experienced and effective silk who is particularly au fait with legal and financial disciplinary proceedings. He frequently represents the SRA, the FRC and other regulators in high-profile matters and is also experienced in acting for regulated firms and individuals.
Strengths
Brilliant in the legal sphere. I would go to him if I ever needed advice.
He is extremely thoughtful, incredibly well prepared and has a lovely style.
If my career was on the line, he is the silk I would go to for professional disciplinary work. He is magisterial, wise and has faultless judgement.
Financial Services - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Richard Coleman KC is a well-regarded figure across the City who is appreciated for his talent and experience in both litigation and other modes of dispute resolution. He is also noted for his ability to handle the administrative and public law aspects of financial services regulation.
Strengths
Richard is a technical lawyer and does a lot of heavy lifting in the financial services sector.
Richard is extremely impressive. He is good with clients and is able to make complex issues simple. He has a good strategic approach.
Banking & Finance - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Richard Coleman KC is a capable advocate who acts for both claimants and defendants, especially in cases concerning mis-selling disputes. He is experienced in acting for major national banks as well as prominent financial bodies, including the FCA.
Strengths
Richard is always responsive and his written work is excellent. His writing is always clear, well written and highly commercial.
Richard's knowledge and understanding of the regulators and his thoughtful approach are always appreciated by his clients.
Commercial Dispute Resolution - London (Bar)
Strengths
Richard is a very compelling advocate, who is thoughtful and intelligent. He has a very understated presentation, which courts respond very well to, and he puts clients at their ease.
Richard is very forensic in his approach and a persuasive advocate.